Xuelianhao New Orient Express Urumqi High end Train Booking
For more details about Xinjiang tourism, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚌 2026 Snow Lotus New Oriental Express High-End Charter Booking Guide from Urumqi
On April 23, 2026, the Xinjiang Railway Department launched the first New Oriental Express tourist charter of the year, marking the official start of the brand’s 2026 operations. This year’s upgraded charter adds two train cars, featuring family connecting rooms and a ‘Silk Road Culture’ display corner, enhancing the riding experience across multiple dimensions such as ease of operation, comfort, storage facilities, barrier-free access, and full emergency call coverage. It plans to operate regularly from March to October, covering various characteristic routes in northern and southern Xinjiang. The newly introduced Snow Lotus special line offers two options: the summer northern Xinjiang scenic route and the October southern Xinjiang cultural route, catering to different travel preferences.
The northern Xinjiang route connects core natural landscapes in areas like Altay, Yili, Kuqa, and Kashgar. Along the way, visitors can explore the geological wonders of Keketuohai, stroll through the log architecture of Hemu Village, admire the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas, check out the azure surface of Sayram Lake, traverse the vast meadows of Nalati Grassland, visit the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayinbuluke, delve into the red-bed landforms of Kuqa Grand Canyon, discover the snow-capped mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, experience the vibrant atmosphere of Kashgar Old City, and finally enjoy the hot winds and earthy charm of Turpan. This route covers diverse landforms in northern Xinjiang, including mountains, forests, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and gobi, making it ideal for tourists who prefer natural scenery.
The southern Xinjiang route focuses on Silk Road culture and historical relics. Starting from Urumqi, it goes to Turpan to explore ancient water conservancy and city remains like the Jiaohe Ruins and Karez Well, then arrives at Ruoqiang to visit the Loulan Museum to understand the context of Loulan civilization. The museum’s collection of over 5,000 artifacts allows visitors to directly experience the trade and cultural exchange of the ancient Silk Road. It proceeds to Hotan to experience local street life and traditional crafts, searches for historical traces of the Yarkand Khan’s Palace in Shache, travels by road to the Pamir Plateau to enjoy the plateau scenery of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, visits cultural sites like the Old City and Id Kah Mosque in Kashgar, explores the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Kucha cultural relics in Kuqa, and finally heads to Luntai to admire the autumn scenery of the Tarim Poplar Forest. This route connects multiple key nodes along the Silk Road, suitable for tourists who prefer historical culture and autumn scenery.
📝 Simple Itinerary
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
🚌 2026 Snow Lotus New Oriental Express High-End Charter Booking Guide from UrumqiDay 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Charter
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Charter
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Home Visits with Local Ethnic Families – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Charter
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
On April 23, 2026, the Xinjiang Railway Department launched the first New Oriental Express tourist charter of the year, marking the official start of the brand’s 2026 operations. This year’s upgraded charter adds two train cars, featuring family connecting rooms and a ‘Silk Road Culture’ display corner, enhancing the riding experience across multiple dimensions such as ease of operation, comfort, storage facilities, barrier-free access, and full emergency call coverage. It plans to operate regularly from March to October, covering various characteristic routes in northern and southern Xinjiang. The newly introduced Snow Lotus special line offers two options: the summer northern Xinjiang scenic route and the October southern Xinjiang cultural route, catering to different travel preferences.Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Charter to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then charter to Ruoqiang in the evening
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then charter to Hotan in the evening
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Charter to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, then charter to Kuqa in the evening
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Palace, Restan Old Street, Kucha Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, then charter to Urumqi in the evening
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
The northern Xinjiang route connects core natural landscapes in areas like Altay, Yili, Kuqa, and Kashgar. Along the way, visitors can explore the geological wonders of Keketuohai, stroll through the log architecture of Hemu Village, admire the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas, check out the azure surface of Sayram Lake, traverse the vast meadows of Nalati Grassland, visit the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayinbuluke, delve into the red-bed landforms of Kuqa Grand Canyon, discover the snow-capped mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, experience the vibrant atmosphere of Kashgar Old City, and finally enjoy the hot winds and earthy charm of Turpan. This route covers diverse landforms in northern Xinjiang, including mountains, forests, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and gobi, making it ideal for tourists who prefer natural scenery.💰 Price Explanation
Our agency offers various travel options, including charter tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
The following are reference prices for corresponding tour dates. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with the schedule. The signed contract prevails.
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
The southern Xinjiang route focuses on Silk Road culture and historical relics. Starting from Urumqi, it goes to Turpan to explore ancient water conservancy and city remains like the Jiaohe Ruins and Karez Well, then arrives at Ruoqiang to visit the Loulan Museum to understand the context of Loulan civilization. The museum’s collection of over 5,000 artifacts allows visitors to directly experience the trade and cultural exchange of the ancient Silk Road. It proceeds to Hotan to experience local street life and traditional crafts, searches for historical traces of the Yarkand Khan’s Palace in Shache, travels by road to the Pamir Plateau to enjoy the plateau scenery of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, visits cultural sites like the Old City and Id Kah Mosque in Kashgar, explores the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Kucha cultural relics in Kuqa, and finally heads to Luntai to admire the autumn scenery of the Tarim Poplar Forest. This route connects multiple key nodes along the Silk Road, suitable for tourists who prefer historical culture and autumn scenery. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
📝 Simple Itinerary📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The inquiry phone number is 181-3962-2233, same as WeChat at 181-3962-2233. The physical store address can be obtained by contacting customer service.
🔍 Fee and Service Explanation
The reference fee includes charter accommodation for the selected cabin during the corresponding tour date, first admission tickets for attractions listed in the itinerary, ground transportation within the itinerary, meals specified in the itinerary, and guide service fees. Service content varies by cabin type; specific benefits can be confirmed by contacting customer service in advance.
For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; special circumstances require separate negotiation. Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, attraction openings, schedule changes, tickets, and hotel room types, reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement. Cancellation and change rules follow relevant tourism laws, with specifics based on actual consultation and contract.
⚠ ️ Practical Travel Tips
1. Always carry valid identification documents. They are required for transportation, hotel check-in, and entering attractions. Some border areas require a pre-issued pass, which can be arranged with the travel agency’s assistance to avoid affecting the itinerary.
2. Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it’s advisable to bring a light jacket. In autumn and winter, prepare thick warm clothing. The UV index is high, so bring sunscreen, a sun hat, and sunglasses. The climate is dry, so carry moisturizing skincare products and drinking water.
3. For popular attractions like Kanas, Nalati, and Sayram Lake, as well as cultural sites like the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, it’s recommended to book tickets online in advance to avoid on-site queues affecting the visit. When visiting cultural sites, flash and tripods are prohibited; follow the relevant management regulations.
4. The Ruoqiang Loulan Museum is free and open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00-18:30, with last entry at 18:00. It is closed on Mondays. Entry requires a valid second-generation ID card. The museum offers free guided tours at fixed times; interested visitors can plan their visit accordingly.
5. Xinjiang attractions strictly enforce ticket discount policies. Children under 6 years old or under 1.3 meters in height are exempt from tickets. Minors aged 6-18, full-time students, and seniors aged 60-64 enjoy half-price tickets. Active military personnel, firefighters, and people with disabilities are exempt from tickets with valid documents. Eligible visitors should bring relevant documents.
6. If choosing the October southern Xinjiang itinerary, prepare photography equipment suitable for autumn. The Tarim Poplar Forest viewing period is concentrated in mid-to-late October, when the golden poplars contrast with the Tarim River, offering a good experience. Some scenic spots in Xinjiang are far apart, so bring items like U-shaped pillows and portable snacks to enhance travel comfort.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist charters, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive free detailed itinerary and train introduction)
